Reason #1 – Your Dose May Not Be Optimized
Why dosing matters
Semaglutide isn’t like an antibiotic where one standard dose works for everyone. It requires careful titration—starting low to minimize nausea, then gradually increasing to a therapeutic level. For many patients, finding the “right dose” takes time.
- Too low for too long: Appetite suppression may not be strong enough to meaningfully reduce calorie intake. Some patients remain at a starter dose for months, only to wonder why results have stalled.
- Too high, too fast: Jumping up too quickly can cause nausea, fatigue, or digestive upset, which leads to skipped doses and poor consistency.
Signs your dose may need adjusting
- You’re still frequently hungry between meals.
- You’ve lost little or no weight after 2–3 months.
- Side effects are so strong that you avoid injections.
- Appetite suppression was strong at first but has faded.
Why personalization matters
Two patients can be on the exact same dose with totally different results. That’s because factors like metabolism, body weight, hormone balance, and gut microbiome affect how Semaglutide works. There is no “one-size-fits-all” dose.
What to do
At IVologist, providers track your weight trends, side effects, and lab work to find the right balance. Sometimes that means increasing the dose. Other times, it means holding steady at a moderate level while addressing lifestyle factors. The goal is always the same: find the sweet spot where appetite suppression is strong enough for results, but side effects are manageable.
👉 If you’re frustrated with progress, a dose review with your provider may be the simplest—and most effective—next step.